As WhatsApp continues to prioritize user privacy, these new tools give users more control over who can contact them and how their personal information is protected.
WhatsApp is set to discontinue support for a range of older Android and iOS smartphones, to avoid losing important messages and ensuring to back up the chats as soon as possible. The instant messaging platform has been regularly updating the platform and supports the devices to maintain privacy.
WhatsApp on your computer now lets you share updates like photos and videos. It's a bit like Stories on other apps. Currently, it's being tested with some users. If you're using a specific beta version, you might be able to try it.
WhatsApp's new update starting December 2023 will use Google storage for chat backups, so ensure you have enough space. Additionally, a feature for group voice chats is also rolling out which allows conversations without disturbing everyone!
This new feature eliminates the necessity of cluttering one's address book with unverified or temporary phone numbers. This streamlining benefits users who wish to engage in conversations with acquaintances, business contacts, or individuals met in various contexts.
In the forwarding screen, beta users will find a 'create group' icon that enables them to swiftly form a new group. By selecting this option, they can add participants to the group and then forward the message to it.
WhatsApp to enhance privacy by offering improved control over user information align with its commitment to providing a secure texting experience. The new feature aim to address concerns regarding the privacy and give users greater confidence in participating in communities.
The sticker suggestion feature for WhatsApp iOS beta has been tested by a selected group of beta testers and it is expected to roll out soon for the iOS version users. It is further rumoured that the new feature which will be rolled out to Android users too.
Mumbai Police has issued a red alert for Android users who downloaded the fake "WhatsApp Pink," warning of potential hacking and misuse of personal information. Users are advised to uninstall the app immediately and refrain from clicking on links from unknown sources.
The updated action sheets are being implemented when performing actions like muting, deleting, clearing, or exporting a conversation.
This feature allows users to easily decline an incoming call and send a message to the caller at the same time.
Whatsapp is reported to be rolling out a new feature in Android beta that would display profile icons within group conversations. The new feature will allow users to better recognise group members by providing profile symbols, making it easier to participate in group talks.
WhatsApp has broight in a lot of changes and upgrades on the platfrom this year. A lot of safety and security took place and people started trusting the platfrom even more than earlier. Here are the features which got incorporated in the platform this year.
WhatsApp users prefer to share nearly everything on the platform, and at times there is some misleading and fake news which gets circulated. Witnessing the concern of a number of users, WhatsApp has brought in ways to prevent wrong and misleading content, to be circulated on the platform.
WhatsApp has started to roll out a new disappearing messages shortcut on Android beta. Post downloading the latest WhatsApp beta for the Android 2.22.25.11 update, some users were able to access the new feature, reports WABetaInfo.
The instant messaging platform, which has around 400 million plus users in India, received 701 complaints which were reports in October, and the records 'actioned' were 34.
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a mute shortcut for group chats for a future update of WhatsApp Desktop beta. The new mute shortcut feature will be displayed on the top of group chats and will help users to disable the notifications of messages received in the group.
WhatsApp has been working on yet another feature, which will enable you to send a message to yourself. WhatsApp has been testing some improvements for sending messages to self, for some beta testers on its beta apps for Android and iOS.
Whatsapp brings to you a new feature to enable the admin to delete any message sent in the group by any participant. Feature has been released for iOS devices only.
WhatsApp Update: For individuals who regularly leave the group, a new search box has also been added to the list of prohibited people in the group conversation. Small businesses that use the app for internal communication may find this functionality to be useful.
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